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Summit is hiring a Cook to prepare quality meals in a fast-paced kitchen. In this role, you'll follow standardized recipes, handle prep work, and ensure dishes are cooked, plated, and served on time. You'll maintain food safety and sanitation standards, monitor inventory, and assist with ordering and storage. The Cook collaborates closely with kitchen staff to keep service running smoothly, coordinates with front-of-house on special requests, and helps maintain a clean, organized workspace. Successful candidates bring strong knife skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently during busy service periods. Responsibilities Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes and portion sizes Complete daily food prep including chopping, marinating, and batching sauces Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen cleanliness Set up, stock, and break down stations before and after service Monitor food quality, taste, and presentation for every dish Follow proper food storage, labeling, and rotation (FIFO) procedures Assist with inventory counts and communicate low stock or shortages Coordinate with kitchen and front-of-house staff during service Follow safety guidelines for equipment handling and cleaning Support training of new kitchen staff on recipes and procedures Required Skills Food preparation Knife skills Recipe execution Food safety and sanitation Station setup and breakdown Time management Grill, sauté, or oven operation Inventory and portion control Kitchen equipment operation Plating and presentation